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FOREWORD READ FIRST � THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read this Own - Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE er � s Manual carefully . This will ensure familiarity owners . This vehicle is delivered to you with This vehicle should not be modified . with controls and maintenance requirements , as - confidence . It was produced using the latest Modification could affect its techniques and strict quality control . sisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle . performance , safety or durability , and This manual was prepared to help you under - may even violate governmental WARNING stand the operation and maintenance of your regulations . In addition , damage or per - vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles ( kilome - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE - formance problems resulting from ters ) of driving pleasure . Please read through this MINDERS FOR SAFETY ! modifications may not be covered under manual before operating your vehicle . Follow these important driving rules to NISSAN warranties . A separate Warranty Information Booklet help ensure a safe and complete trip for explains details about the warranties cov - you and your passengers ! ering your vehicle . The � NISSAN Service c NEVER drive under the influence of al - and Maintenance Guide � explains details cohol or drugs . about maintaining and servicing your ve - c ALWAYS observe posted speed limits hicle . Additionally , a separate Customer and never drive too fast for conditions . Care / Lemon Law Booklet ( U.S . only ) will explain how to resolve any concerns you c ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro - may have with your vehicle , as well as priate child restraint systems . Preteen clarify your rights under your state � s lemon children should be seated in the rear law . seat . Your NISSAN dealership knows your vehicle c ALWAYS provide information about the best . When you require any service or have any proper use of vehicle safety features to questions , they will be glad to assist you with the all occupants of the vehicle . extensive resources available to them . c ALWAYS review this owner � s manual for important safety information . Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 20 / 05 — pattie X
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WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 available on this model . Therefore , you may find WARNING some information that does not apply to your vehicle . WARNING All information , specifications and illustrations in Engine exhaust , some of its constituents , this manual are those in effect at the time of and certain vehicle components contain printing . NISSAN reserves the right to change or emit chemicals known to the State of specifications or design without notice and with - California to cause cancer and birth de - out obligation . fects or other reproductive harm . In addi - tion , certain fluids contained in vehicles IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT and certain products of component wear THIS MANUAL contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and You will see various symbols in this manual . They birth defects or other reproductive harm . are used in the following ways : APD1005 If you see this symbol , it means � Do not do this � WARNING or � Do not let this happen . � This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury . To avoid or reduce the If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustra - risk , the procedures must be followed tion , it means the arrow points to the front of the precisely . ' 2005 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA , INC . vehicle . GARDENA , CALIFORNIA CAUTION All rights reserved . No part of this Owner � s Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these This is used to indicate the presence of a Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval indicate movement or action . hazard that could cause minor or moder - system , or transmitted in any form , or by any ate personal injury or damage to your ve - means , electronic , mechanical , photocopying , hicle . To avoid or reduce the risk , the pro - recording or otherwise , without the prior written Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these cedures must be followed carefully . permission of Nissan North America , Inc . , Gar - dena , California . call attention to an item in the illustration . Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES . . . Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs . Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns . Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs . However , if there is something that your NISSAN You can write to NISSAN with the information at : The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information : dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to For U.S . customers provide NISSAN directly with comments or � Your name , address , and telephone number Nissan North America , Inc . questions , please contact the NISSAN Con - Consumer Affairs Department � Vehicle identification number ( attached to the sumer Affairs Department using our toll - free P.O . Box 191 top of the instrument panel on the driver � s number : Gardena , California 90248 - 0191 side ) For U.S . customers For Canadian customers � Date of purchase 1 - 800 - NISSAN - 1 Nissan Canada Inc . ( 1 - 800 - 647 - 7261 ) � Current odometer reading 5290 Orbitor Drive For Canadian customers Mississauga , Ontario L4W 4Z5 � Your NISSAN dealer � s name 1 - 800 - 387 - 0122 � Your comments or questions OR We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle . Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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Illustrated table of contents Table of 0 Contents Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 Instruments and controls 2 Pre - driving checks and adjustments 3 Display screen , heater , air conditioner and audio systems 4 Starting and driving 5 In case of emergency 6 Appearance and care 7 Maintenance and do - it - yourself 8 Technical and consumer information 9 Index 10
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0 Illustrated table of contents Airbags , seat belts and child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 2 Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 6 Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 3 Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 8 Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 4 Warning / indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 10 Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — root X
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AIRBAGS , SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 1 . Top tether strap anchor ( P . 1 - 25 ) 2 . Rear seat belts ( P . 1 - 9 ) 3 . Supplemental curtain side - impact air bags ( P . 1 - 34 ) 4 . Supplemental side impact air bags ( P . 1 - 34 ) 5 . Front head restraint ( P . 1 - 7 , P . 1 - 8 ) 6 . Front seat belts ( P . 1 - 9 ) 7 . Supplemental front impact air bags ( P . 1 - 34 ) 8 . Seats ( P . 1 - 2 ) 9 . Occupant classification sensor ( pressure sensor ) ( P . 1 - 41 ) 10 . Seat belt pretensioners ( P . 1 - 47 ) 11 . LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) ( P . 1 - 24 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0068 0 - 2 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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EXTERIOR FRONT 1 . Engine hood ( P . 3 - 9 ) 2 . Headlight and turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 21 ) 3 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 30 ) 4 . Windshield wiper and washer switch ( P . 2 - 19 ) 5 . Windshield ( P . 8 - 24 ) 6 . Power windows ( P . 2 - 38 ) 7 . Door locks , keyfob , keys ( P . 3 - 3 , 3 - 5 , 3 - 2 ) 8 . Mirrors ( P . 3 - 15 ) 9 . Tire pressure ( P . 8 - 39 ) 10 . Flat tire ( P . 6 - 2 ) 11 . Tire chains ( P . 8 - 47 ) 12 . Fog light switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 25 ) 13 . Tie down / towing hooks ( P . 6 - 11 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0044 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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EXTERIOR REAR 1 . Rear window defroster switch ( P . 2 - 20 ) 2 . Trunk lid ( P . 3 - 10 ) 3 . Vehicle loading ( P . 9 - 12 ) 4 . Interior trunk lid release ( P . 3 - 11 ) 5 . Replacing bulbs ( P . 8 - 30 ) 6 . Fuel filler cap , fuel recommendation ( P . 3 - 12 , P . 9 - 3 ) 7 . Fuel - filler door ( P . 3 - 12 ) 8 . Child safety locks ( P . 3 - 5 ) LII0023 0 - 4 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 21 / 05 — cathy X
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT 1 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 33 ) 2 . Automatic anti - glare inside mirror ( if so equipped ) ( P . 3 - 15 ) 3 . Sun visors ( P . 3 - 14 ) 4 . Interior lights , illuminated entry ( P . 2 - 41 ) 5 . Front seat ( P . 1 - 2 ) 6 . Sunroof ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 40 ) 7 . Interior trunk access ( P . 1 - 6 ) 8 . Rear seat ( P . 1 - 6 ) 9 . Front console ( P . 2 - 33 ) 10 . Front cup holders ( P . 2 - 32 ) 11 . Parking brake , parking on hills ( P . 5 - 14 , P . 5 - 17 ) 12 . HomeLinkT ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 43 ) See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . LII0026 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 . Driver , center and passenger ventila - tors ( P . 4 - 11 ) 2 . Headlight / fog light ( if so equipped ) / turn signal switch ( P . 2 - 21 ) 3 . Steering wheel switch for audio control ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 40 ) 4 . Driver supplemental air bag / horn ( P . 1 - 34 , 2 - 26 ) 5 . Meters and gauges ( P . 2 - 3 ) 6 . Cruise control main / set switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 5 - 14 ) 7 . Windshield wiper / washer switch ( P . 2 - 19 ) 8 . Storage ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 30 ) 9 . Glove box ( P . 2 - 33 ) 10 . Front passenger supplemental air bag ( P . 1 - 34 ) 11 . Heater and air conditioner ( manual or automatic ) ( P . 4 - 11 , P . 4 - 20 ) 12 . Power outlet or cigarette lighter ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 28 , P . 2 - 29 ) 13 . Heated seat switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 27 ) 14 . Shift selector lever ( P . 5 - 7 ) 15 . Hazard warning flasher switch ( P . 2 - 26 ) 16 . Storage or ashtray ( if so equipped ) WIC0902 ( P . 2 - 30 , P . 2 - 29 ) 0 - 6 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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17 Front passenger air bag status light ( P . 1 - 43 ) 18 . Audio system controls ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 23 ) 19 . Ignition switch ( P . 5 - 4 ) 20 . Tilt / telescopic steering wheel controls ( P . 3 - 13 ) 21 . Traction control system ( TCS ) off switch ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 28 ) 22 . Instrument brightness control ( P . 2 - 24 ) 23 . Trunk opener ( P . 3 - 10 ) 24 . Meters and guages ( if so equipped ) ( P . 2 - 3 ) 25 . Navigation system * ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 2 ) 26 . Navigation system * controls ( if so equipped ) ( P . 4 - 2 ) * : Refer to the separate Navigation System Own - er � s Manual . See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . Illustrated table of contents 0 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS QR25DE engine 1 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 15 ) 2 . Spark plug caps ( P . 8 - 20 ) 3 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 4 . Clutch fluid reservoir ( M / T model ) ( P . 8 - 16 ) 5 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 21 ) 6 . Battery ( P . 8 - 17 ) 7 . Fuse / fusible link box ( P . 8 - 26 ) 8 . Transmission dipstick ( A / T models ) ( P . 8 - 13 ) 9 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 9 ) 10 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 8 ) 11 . Drive belt location ( P . 8 - 19 ) 12 . Fuse block ( P . 8 - 26 ) 13 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 14 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 8 ) 15 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 9 ) NOTE : Engine cover removed for clarity . See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WDI0488 0 - 8 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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VQ35DE engine 1 . Power steering fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 15 ) 2 . Engine oil filler cap ( P . 8 - 9 ) 3 . Brake fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 4 . Clutch fluid reservoir ( M / T model ) ( P . 8 - 16 ) 5 . Air cleaner ( P . 8 - 21 ) 6 . Battery ( P . 8 - 17 ) 7 . Fuse / fusible link box ( P . 8 - 26 ) 8 . Transmission dipstick ( A / T models ) ( P . 8 - 15 ) 9 . Engine oil dipstick ( P . 8 - 9 ) 10 . Radiator cap ( P . 8 - 8 ) 11 . Drive belt location ( P . 8 - 19 ) 12 . Fuse block ( P . 8 - 26 ) 13 . Windshield washer fluid reservoir ( P . 8 - 16 ) 14 . Engine coolant reservoir ( P . 8 - 8 ) NOTE : Engine cover removed for clarity . See the page number indicated in paren - theses for operating details . WDI0489 Illustrated table of contents 0 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING / INDICATOR LIGHTS Warning Name Page Warning Name Page Indicator Name Page light light light 5 - 4 Anti - lock brake 2 - 11 Engine oil pres - 2 - 12 Automatic warning light sure warning transmission or ( if so equipped ) light position indica - tor light ( A / T Low fuel warn - 2 - 13 models ) 2 - 12 Automatic ing light transmission 5 - 14 CRUISE main 2 - 13 Low windshield check warning switch indicator washer fluid light ( if so light ( if so warning light equipped ) equipped ) 2 - 13 Seat belt warn - Brake warning 2 - 12 5 - 14 Cruise SET ing light and light switch indicator or chime light ( if so equipped ) 1 - 49 Supplemental air bag warning Charge warning 2 - 12 2 - 14 Front passenger light light air bag status light Trunk lid open 2 - 14 Door open 2 - 12 warning light warning light 0 - 10 Illustrated table of contents Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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Indicator Name Page light High beam in - 2 - 14 dicator light ( blue ) 2 - 14 Malfunction indicator light ( MIL ) 2 - 15 Slip indicator light ( if so equipped ) 2 - 15 Traction control system off indi - cator light ( if so equipped ) 2 - 15 Turn signal / hazard indicator lights Illustrated table of contents 0 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Child restraint installation on rear seat center Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 or outboard positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 19 Front manual seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2 LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for Front power seat adjustment ( if so equipped CHildren ) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 24 for driver � s seat ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4 Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 25 Folding rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 6 Child restraint installation on front passenger Head restraint adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 26 Active head restraint ( front seats ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8 Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 29 Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9 Precautions on booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 29 Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9 Booster seat installation on rear seat center Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11 or outboard positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 32 Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Booster seat installation on front passenger Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 33 Three - point type seat belt with retractor . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 13 Supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 34 Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Precautions on supplemental restraint system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 34 Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 16 Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 48 Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 49 Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 17 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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SEATS FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT WARNING c Do not adjust the driver � s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation . The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of con - trol of the vehicle . c After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . ARS1152 c For the most effective protection when WARNING the vehicle is in motion , the seat should c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when be upright . Always sit well back in the the seatback is reclined . This can be seat and adjust the seat properly . See dangerous . The shoulder belt will not � Precautions on Seat Belt Usage � later be against your body . In an accident , in this section . you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries . You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries . 1 - 2 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING After adjustment , gently rock in the seat to make sure it is securely locked . WRS0175 WRS0176 Forward and backward Reclining Pull the lever up and hold it while you slide the To recline the seatback , pull the lever up and lean seat forward or backward to the desired position . back . To bring the seatback forward , pull the lever Release the lever to lock the seat in position . up and lean your body forward . Release the lever to lock the seatback in position . The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit . See � Precautions on seat belt usage � later in this section . Also , the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is stopped . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 3 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WRS0131 WRS0163 Seat lifter ( if so equipped for driver � s FRONT POWER SEAT c Do not leave children unattended inside seat ) the vehicle . They could unknowingly ac - ADJUSTMENT ( if so equipped for tivate switches or controls . Unattended driver � s seat ) Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of children could become involved in seri - the seat cushion to the desired position . ous accidents . WARNING Operating tips c Do not adjust the driver � s seat while driving so full attention may be given to c The power seat motor has an auto - reset vehicle operation . The seat may move overload protection circuit . If the motor suddenly and could cause loss of con - stops during operation , wait 30 seconds , trol of the vehicle . then reactivate the switch . c Do not operate the power seat switch for a long period of time when the engine is off . This will discharge the battery . 1 - 4 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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Forward and backward Moving the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position . Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the de - sired angle is obtained . To bring the seatback forward again , move the switch forward and move your body forward . The seatback will move forward . The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for WRS0164 WRS0389 added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit ( see � Precautions on seat belt usage � later Seat lifter ( if so equipped for driver � s Lumbar support ( if so equipped for in this section ) . Also , the seatback can be re - seat ) driver � s seat ) clined to allow occupants to rest when the ve - Push the front or rear end of the switch up or The lumbar support feature provides lower back hicle is stopped . down to adjust the angle and height of the seat support to the driver . Move the lever forward or cushion . backward to adjust the seat lumbar area . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 5 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Push down on the button on the rear parcel s c Closely supervise children when they shelf . are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the 2 Fold down the passenger side seatback . s trunk where they could be seriously in - jured . Keep the car locked , with the rear WARNING seatback and trunk lid securely latched c Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo when not in use , and prevent children � s area or on the rear seat when it is in the access to car keys . fold - down position . Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an acci - dent or sudden stop . c Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting . Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks . In a sudden stop or col - lision , unsecured cargo could cause personal injury . c When returning the seatbacks to the upright position , be certain they are completely secured in the latched posi - tion . If they are not completely secured , passengers may be injured in an acci - WRS0166 dent or sudden stop . FOLDING REAR SEAT Interior trunk access The trunk can be accessed from the passenger side of the rear seat for loading and unloading , as shown . 1 - 6 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0225 WRS0167 WRS0133 To fold down the driver side of the rear seat , reach1 Center armrest HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT through the opening and pull on the strap s Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal . To raise the head restraint , pull it up . To lower , located behind the seat . push and hold the lock knob and push the head The rear seats can be locked using the master restraint down . key to prevent unauthorized access . The valet key cannot be used to lock or unlock the release WARNING button . For more information on keys , refer to Head restraints should be adjusted prop - � Keys � in the � Pre - driving checks and adjust - erly as they may provide significant pro - ments � section of this manual . tection against injury in an accident . Do not remove them . Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 7 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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c Do not attach anything to the head re - straint stalks . Doing so could impair active head restraint function . The head restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occu - pant in a rear - end collision . The movement of the head restraint helps support the occupant � s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some of the forces that may lead to whip - lash type injuries . Active head restraints are effective for collisions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most . WRS0134 SPA1025 Active head restraints operate only in certain Adjust the head restraint so the center is level ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT ( front rear - end collisions . After the collision , the head with the center of your ears . seats ) restraints return to their original positions . Properly adjust the active head restraints as de - WARNING scribed earlier in this section . c Always adjust the head restraints prop - erly as specified in the previous section . Failure to do so can reduce the effec - tiveness of the active head restraint . c Active head restraints are designed to supplement other safety systems . Al - ways wear seat belts . No system can prevent all injuries in any accident . 1 - 8 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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SEAT BELTS SSS0136 PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad - justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat , your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and / or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced . NISSAN strongly encourages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive , even if your seating position in - cludes a supplemental air bag . Most U.S . states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 9 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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SSS0134 SSS0016 WARNING WARNING c Every person who drives or rides in this c The seat belt should be properly ad - vehicle should use a seat belt at all justed to a snug fit . Failure to do so may times . Children should be properly re - reduce the effectiveness of the entire strained in the rear seat and , if appro - restraint system and increase the priate , in a child restraint . chance or severity of injury in an acci - dent . Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly . 1 - 10 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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c All seat belt assemblies , including re - c Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely tractors and attaching hardware , fastened to the proper buckle . should be inspected after any collision c Do not wear the seat belt inside out or by a NISSAN dealer . NISSAN recom - twisted . Doing so may reduce its mends that all seat belt assemblies in effectiveness . use during a collision be replaced un - c Do not allow more than one person to less the collision was minor and the use the same seat belt . belts show no damage and continue to operate properly . Seat belt assemblies c Never carry more people in the vehicle not in use during a collision should also than there are seat belts . be inspected and replaced if either c If the seat belt warning light glows con - damage or improper operation is noted . tinuously while the ignition is turned c All child restraints and attaching hard - ON with all doors closed and all seat ware should be inspected after any col - SSS0014 belts fastened , it may indicate a mal - lision . Always follow the restraint function in the system . Have the system manufacturer � s inspection instructions WARNING checked by a NISSAN dealer . and replacement recommendations . c Always route the shoulder belt over c Once the pre - tensioner seat belt has The child restraints should be replaced your shoulder and across your chest . activated , it cannot be reused and must if they are damaged . Never run the belt behind your back , be replaced together with the retractor . under your arm or across your neck . The CHILD SAFETY See your NISSAN dealer . belt should be away from your face and c Removal and installation of the pre - Children need adults to help protect them . neck , but not falling off your shoulder . tensioner seat belt system components They need to be properly restrained . c Position the lap belt as low and snug as should be done by a NISSAN dealer . possible AROUND THE HIPS , NOT THE In addition to the general information in this WAIST . A lap belt worn too high could manual , child safety information is available from increase the risk of internal injuries in many other sources , including doctors , teachers , an accident . government traffic safety offices , and community organizations . Every child is different , so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 11 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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There are three basic types of child restraint for infants and small children . See � Child Re - placed in a forward facing child restraint . Refer to systems : straints � later in this section . the manufacturer � s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations . c Rear facing child restraint Also , there are other types of child restraints NISSAN recommends that small children be available for larger children for additional protec - c Front facing child restraint placed in child restraints that comply with Federal tion . Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Mo - c Booster seat NISSAN recommends that all pre - teens tor Vehicle Safety Standards . You should choose The proper restraint depends on the child � s size . and children be restrained in the rear seat . a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always According to accident statistics , children Generally , infants up to about 1 year and less follow the manufacturer � s instructions for instal - are safer when properly restrained in the than 20 pounds ( 9 kg ) should be placed in rear lation and use . rear seat than in the front seat . facing child restraints . Front facing child re - Larger children straints are available for children who outgrow This is especially important because your rear facing child restraints and are at least 1 year Children who are too large for child restraints vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys - old . Booster seats are used to help position a tem ( Air bag system ) for the front passen - should be seated and restrained by the seat belts vehicle lap / shoulder belt on a child who can no ger . See � Supplemental restraint system � which are provided . The seat belt may not fit longer use a front facing child restraint . later in this section . properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9 inches ( 142.5 cm ) tall and weighs between 40 lbs ( 18 Infants WARNING kg ) and 80 lbs ( 36 kg ) . A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit . Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed Infants and children need special protec - in a rear facing child restraint . NISSAN recom - tion . The vehicle � s seat belts may not fit NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a mends that infants be placed in child restraints them properly . The shoulder belt may commercially available booster seat if the shoul - that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety come too close to the face or neck . The der belt in the child � s seating position fits close to Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety lap belt may not fit over their small hip the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat Standards . You should choose a child restraint bones . In an accident , an improperly fit - belt goes across the abdomen . The booster seat that fits your vehicle and always follow the manu - ting seat belt could cause serious or fatal should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is facturer � s instructions for installation and use . injury . Always use appropriate child properly positioned across the top , middle por - restraints . tion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the Small Children hips . A booster seat can only be used in seating All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or terri - positions that have a three - point type seat belt . Children that are over one year old and weigh tories require the use of approved child restraints The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and between 20 lbs ( 9 kg ) and 40 lbs ( 18 kgs ) can be 1 - 12 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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have a label certifying that it complies with Fed - THREE - POINT TYPE SEAT BELT eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian WITH RETRACTOR Motor Vehicle Safety Standards . Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or WARNING near the face and neck , use the shoulder belt c Every person who drives or rides in this without the booster seat . vehicle should use a seat belt at all times . WARNING c Do not ride in a moving vehicle when Never let a child stand or kneel on any the seatback is reclined . This can be seat and do not allow a child in the cargo dangerous . The shoulder belt will not areas while the vehicle is moving . The be against your body . In an accident , child could be seriously injured or killed in you could be thrown into it and receive an accident or sudden stop . neck or other serious injuries . You WRS0174 PREGNANT WOMEN could also slide under the lap belt and Manual front seat shown receive serious internal injuries . NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use Fastening the seat belts seat belts . The seat belt should be worn snug , c For the most effective protection when and always position the lap belt as low as pos - the vehicle is in motion , the seat should 1 Adjust the seat . See � Seats � earlier in this s sible around the hips , not the waist . Place the be upright . Always sit well back in the section . shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your seat and adjust the seat belt properly . chest . Never run the lap / shoulder belt over your abdominal area . Contact your doctor for specific recommendations . INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts . Check with your doctor for specific recommendations . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 13 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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fully retracted . Once retracted , the seat belt is in the emergency locking mode . See � Child re - straints � later in this section for more information . The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation . During normal seat belt use by a passen - ger , the locking mode should not be acti - vated . If it is activated it may cause uncom - fortable seat belt tension . It can also change the operation of the front passen - ger air bag . See � Front passenger air bag and status light � later in this section . WARNING WRS0137 WRS0138 When fastening the seat belts , be certain 2 3 Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor Position the lap belt portion low and snug s s that the seatbacks are completely se - and insert the tongue into the buckle until on the hips as shown . cured in the latched position . If they are you hear and feel the latch engage . 4 not completely secured , passengers may Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the s c The retractor is designed to lock during be injured in an accident or sudden stop . retractor to take up extra slack . Be sure the a sudden stop or on impact . A slow shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder pulling motion permits the seat belt to and across your chest . move , and allows you some freedom of The front passenger seat and the rear seating movement in the seat . positions three - point seat belts have a locking c If the seat belt cannot be pulled from mechanism for child restraint installation . It is its fully retracted position , firmly pull referred to as the automatic locking mode or child the belt and release it . Then smoothly restraint mode . pull the belt out of the retractor . When automatic locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and 1 - 14 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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To increase your confidence in the seat belts , check the operation as follows . c Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward quickly . The retractor should lock and re - strict further belt movement . If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about seat belt opera - tion , see a NISSAN dealer . WRS0139 WRS0171 Unfastening the seat belts Shoulder belt height adjustment ( Front seats ) 1 To unfasten the seat belt , press the button on s the buckle . The seat belt automatically re - The shoulder belt anchor height should be ad - tracts . justed to the position best for you . ( See � Precau - tions on seat belt usage � earlier in this section . ) Checking seat belt operation The belt should be away from your face and neck , Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt but not falling off your shoulder . movement by two separate methods : To adjust the shoulder belt anchor height : c When the seat belt is pulled quickly from the 1 Push in the adjustment button . retractor . s c When the vehicle slows down rapidly . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 15 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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2 Move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired c Periodically check to see that the seat s WARNING belt and the metal components , such as position so the belt passes over the center of c Only NISSAN seat belt extenders , made buckles , tongues , retractors , flexible wires the shoulder . Release the adjustment button by the same company which made the and anchors , work properly . If loose parts , to lock the shoulder belt anchor into position . original equipment seat belts , should deterioration , cuts or other damage on the be used with NISSAN seat belts . webbing is found , the entire seat belt as - WARNING sembly should be replaced . c Adults and children who can use the c After adjustment , release the adjust - standard seat belt should not use an ment button and try to move the shoul - extender . Such unnecessary use could der belt anchor up and down to make result in serious personal injury in the sure it is securely fixed in position . event of an accident . c The shoulder belt anchor height should c Never use seat belt extenders to install be adjusted to the position best for you . child restraints . If the child restraint is Failure to do so may reduce the effec - not secured properly , the child could be tiveness of the entire restraint system seriously injured in a collision or a sud - and increase the chance or severity of den stop . injury in an accident . SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE SEAT BELT EXTENDERS c To clean the seat belt webbing , apply a If , because of body size or driving position , it is mild soap solution or any solution recom - not possible to properly fit the lap - shoulder belt mended for cleaning upholstery or carpet . and fasten it , an extender is available which is Then wipe with a cloth and allow the seat compatible with the installed seat belts . The ex - belts to dry in the shade . Do not allow the tender adds approximately 8 inches ( 200 mm ) of seat belts to retract until they are completely length and may be used for either the driver or dry . front passenger seating position . See a NISSAN dealer for assistance if an extender is required . c If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors , the seat belts may retract slowly . Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean , dry cloth . 1 - 16 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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CHILD RESTRAINTS c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System , never install a rear - facing child restraint in the front seat . An in - flating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child . A rear - facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat . c NISSAN recommends that the child re - straint be installed in the rear seat . Ac - cording to accident statistics , children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat . c An improperly installed child restraint ARS1098 WRS0256 could lead to serious injury or death in an accident . PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD WARNING RESTRAINTS In general , child restraints are designed to be c Infants and small children should never installed with the lap portion of a lap / shoulder be carried on your lap . It is not possible seat belt . In addition , this vehicle is equipped with WARNING for even the strongest adult to resist the a universal child restraint lower anchor system , forces of a severe accident . The child c Infants and small children should al - referred to as the LATCH ( Lower Anchors and could be crushed between the adult and ways be placed in an appropriate child Tethers for CHildren ) system . Some child re - parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the restraint while riding in the vehicle . straints include two rigid or webbing - mounted same seat belt around both your child Failure to use a child restraint can re - attachments that can be connected to these and yourself . sult in serious injury or death . lower anchors . For details , see the � LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) sys - tem � later in this section . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 17 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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Child restraints for infants and small children of c After attaching the child restraint , test it WARNING various sizes are offered by several manufactur - before you place the child in it . Push it c Improper use of a child restraint can ers . When selecting any child restraint , keep the from side to side . Try to tug it forward increase the risk or severity of injury for following points in mind : and check to see if the belt holds the both the child and other occupants of restraint in place . The child restraint c Choose only a restraint with a label certifying the vehicle . should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle mm ) . If the restraint is not secure , c Follow all of the child restraint manu - Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor tighten the belt as necessary , or put the facturer � s instructions for installation Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . restraint in another seat and test it and use . When purchasing a child re - again . You may need to try a different straint , be sure to select one which will c Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be child restraint . Not all child restraints fit fit your child and vehicle . It may not be sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat in all types of vehicles . possible to properly install some types and seat belt system . of child restraints in your vehicle . c If you must install a front facing child c If the child restraint is compatible with your restraint in the front seat , see � Child c If the child restraint is not anchored vehicle , place your child in the child restraint restraint installation on front passenger properly , the risk of a child being in - and check the various adjustments to be seat � later in this section . jured in a collision or a sudden stop sure the child restraint is compatible with greatly increases . c When your child restraint is not in use , your child . Choose a child restraint that is keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - designed for your child � s height and weight . vent it from being thrown around in tioned to fit the child restraint , but as Always follow all recommended procedures . case of a sudden stop or accident . upright as possible . All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small CAUTION children be restrained in an approved child Remember that a child restraint left in a restraint at all times while the vehicle is closed vehicle can become very hot . being operated . Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint . 1 - 18 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT CENTER OR OUTBOARD POSITIONS WARNING c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint . c Failure to use the retractor � s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured . The re - straint could tip over or otherwise be LRS0413 LRS0412 unsecured and cause injury to the child Front Facing ( center ) � step 1 Front Facing ( outboard ) � step 1 in a sudden stop or collision . Front facing c When installing a child restraint system in the rear center position , both the When you install a child restraint in the rear seat , center seat belt connector tongue and follow these steps : buckle tongue must be secured . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 19 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seat back . If necessary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this section . If the head restraint is removed , store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed . If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit , try another seating position or a different child restraint . WRS0250 LRS0458 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 3 2 3 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is s s fully extended . At this time , the seat belt restraint and insert it into the buckle until you retractor is in the automatic locking mode hear and feel the latch engage . ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts back to Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - emergency locking mode when the seat belt facturer � s instructions for belt routing . is fully retracted . 1 - 20 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor , the retractor is in the automatic locking mode . 7 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use . If the seat belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . LRS0457 WRS0252 Front Facing � step 4 Front Facing � step 5 4 5 Allow the seat belt to retract . Pull up on the Before placing the child in the child restraint , s s shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . use force to push the child restraint from side to side , and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place . It should not move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint . If unable to properly secure the restraint move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again , or try a different child restraint . Not all child re - straints fit in all types of vehicles . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 21 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0407 LRS0406 LRS0408 Rear Facing ( center ) � step 1 Rear Facing ( outboard ) � step 1 Rear Facing � step 2 2 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Rear facing s restraint and insert it into the buckle until you When you install a child restraint in the rear seat , hear and feel the latch engage . follow these steps : Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - 1 Position the child restraint on the seat . Al - s facturer � s instructions for belt routing . ways follow the restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . 1 - 22 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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LRS0409 LRS0410 LRS0411 Rear Facing � step 3 Rear Facing � step 4 Rear Facing � step 5 3 4 5 Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Allow the seat belt to retract . Pull up on the Before placing the child in the child restraint , s s s fully extended . At this time , the seat belt shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt . use force to push the child restraint from retractor is in the automatic locking mode side to side , and tug it forward to make sure ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts to emer - that it is securely held in place . It should not gency locking mode when the seat belt is move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does fully retracted . move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint . If unable to properly secure the restraint move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again , or try a different child restraint . Not all child re - straints fit in all types of vehicles . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 23 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic c Do not secure a child restraint in the locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt center rear seating position using the out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any LATCH system anchors . The child re - more seat belt webbing out of the retractor , straint will not be secured properly . the retractor is in the automatic locking c The LATCH system anchors are de - mode . signed to withstand only those loads 7 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is imposed by correctly fitted child re - properly secured prior to each use . If the belt straints . Under no circumstance are is not locked , repeat steps 3 through 6 . they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses . After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt fully retracted , the automatic locking mode Some child restraints include two rigid or ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . webbing - mounted attachments that can be con - nected to two anchors located at certain seating WRS0440 positions in your vehicle . This system is known as LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers the LATCH system . This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible for CHildren ) SYSTEM system . With this system , you do not have to use The LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint . CHildren ) anchor points are located in the seat Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor cushions of the rear outboard seating positions points that are used with LATCH system compat - only . Do not attempt to install a child restraint in ible child restraints . Check your child restraint for the center position using the LATCH anchors . a label stating that it is compatible with the LATCH system . This information may also be in WARNING the child restraint owner � s manual . If you have c Attach LATCH system compatible child such a child restraint , refer to the illustration for restraints only at the locations shown . If the seating positions equipped with LATCH sys - a child restraint is not secured properly , tem anchors which can be used to secure the your child could be seriously injured or child restraint . killed in an accident . 1 - 24 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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The LATCH system anchors are located at the 1 . To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint , insert the child restraint rear of the seat cushion near the seatback . A LATCH system anchor attachments into the label is attached to the seatback to help you anchor points on the seat . If the child re - locate the LATCH system anchors . straint is equipped with a top tether , see LATCH child restraints generally require the use � Top tether strap child restraint � later in this of a top tether strap . See � Top tether strap child section for installation instructions . restraint � later in this section for installation in - 2 . After attaching the child restraint and before structions . placing the child in it , use force to push the When installing a child restraint , carefully read child restraint from side to side and tug it and follow the instructions in this manual and forward to make sure that the child restraint is securely held in place . It should not move those supplied with the child restraint . more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . When you install a LATCH system compatible 3 . Check to make sure that the child restraint is WRS0435 child restraint to the lower anchor attachments , properly secured prior to each use . follow these steps : TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT WARNING If your child restraint has a top tether strap , it must Inspect the lower anchors by inserting be secured to the provided anchor point . First , your fingers into the lower anchor area secure the child restraint with the rear seat belt . and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system an - Flip up the anchor cover from the anchor point chors , such as seat belt webbing or seat which is located directly behind the child seat . cushion material . The child restraint will Position the top tether strap over the top of the not be secured properly if the LATCH sys - 1 seat back and secure it to the tether anchor s tem anchors are obstructed . bracket that provides the straightest installation . Tighten the strap according to the manufactur - er � s instructions to remove any slack . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 25 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING Child restraint anchor points are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints . Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses . Anchor point locations Anchor points are located on the rear parcel shelf finisher . If you have any questions when installing a top strap child restraint on the rear seat , consult your NISSAN dealer for details . WRS0256 WRS0378 CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION c NISSAN recommends that child re - straints be installed in the rear seat . ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT However , if you must install a forward facing child restraint in the front pas - WARNING senger seat , move the passenger seat c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air to the rearmost position . Also , be sure Bag System , never install a rear - facing the front passenger air bag status light child restraint in the front passenger is illuminated to indicate the passenger seat . Supplemental front air bags in - air bag is OFF . See � Front passenger air flate with great force . A rear - facing bag and status light � later in this sec - child restraint could be struck by the tion for details . supplemental front air bag in a crash c A child restraint with a top tether strap and could seriously injure or kill your should not be used in the front passen - child . ger seat . 1 - 26 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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The back of the child restraint should be c The three - point seat belt in your vehicle secured against the vehicle seat back . If is equipped with an automatic locking necessary , adjust or remove the head re - mode retractor which must be used straint to obtain the correct child restraint fit . when installing a child restraint . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in c Failure to use the retractor � s locking this section . If the head restraint is removed , mode will result in the child restraint store it in a secure place . Be sure to install not being properly secured . The re - the head restraint when the child restraint is straint could tip over or otherwise be removed . If the seating position does not unsecured and cause injury to the child have an adjustable head restraint and it is in a sudden stop or collision . Also , it can interfering with the proper child restraint fit , change the operation of the front pas - try another seating position or a different senger air bag . See � Front passenger child restraint . air bag and status light � later in this section . WRS0379 Front Facing � step 1 If you must install a child restraint in the front seat , follow these steps : 1 Position the child restraint on the front pas - s senger seat . It should be placed in a front - facing direction only . Move the seat to the rearmost position . Adjust the head restraint to its highest position . Always follow the child restraint manufacturer � s in - structions . Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear - facing direc - tion and therefore must not be used in the front seat . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 27 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WRS0159 WRS0160 LRS0457 Front Facing � step 2 Front Facing � step 3 Front Facing � step 4 2 3 4 Route the seat belt tongue through the child Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is Allow the seat belt to retract slightly . Pull up s s s restraint and insert it into the buckle until you fully extended . At this time , the seat belt on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in hear and feel the latch engage . retractor is in the automatic locking mode the belt . ( child restraint mode ) . It reverts to emer - Be sure to follow the child restraint manu - gency locking mode when the seat belt is facturer � s instructions for belt routing . fully retracted . 1 - 28 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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BOOSTER SEATS 6 . Check that the retractor is in the automatic PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER locking mode by trying to pull more seat belt SEATS out of the retractor . If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor , the WARNING retractor is in the automatic locking mode . c Infants and small children should al - 7 . Check to make sure the child restraint is ways be placed in an appropriate child properly secured prior to each use . If the restraint while riding in the vehicle . seat belt is not locked , repeat steps 3 Failure to use a child restraint or through 6 . booster seat can result in serious injury or death . 8 . Turn the ignition switch to the ON position . The passenger air bag status light c Infants and small children should never should illuminate . If this light is not illumi - be carried on your lap . It is not possible nated see � Front passenger air bag and for even the strongest adult to resist the status light � in this section . Move the child WRS0380 forces of a severe accident . The child restraint to another seating position . Front Facing � step 5 could be crushed between the adult and Have the system checked by a NISSAN 5 Before placing the child in the child restraint , parts of the vehicle . Also , do not put the s dealer . same seat belt around both your child use force to push the child restraint from and yourself . After the child restraint is removed and the seat side to side , and tug it forward to make sure belt is fully retracted , the automatic locking mode that it is securely held in place . It should not c NISSAN recommends that the booster ( child restraint mode ) is canceled . move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) . If it does seat be installed in the rear seat . Ac - move more than 1 inch ( 25 mm ) , pull again cording to accident statistics , children on the shoulder belt to further tighten the are safer when properly restrained in child restraint . If unable to properly secure the rear seat than in the front seat . the restraint move the restraint to another seating position and try again , or try a differ - ent child restraint . Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 29 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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c A booster seat must only be installed in a seating position that has a lap / shoulder belt . Failure to use a three - point type seat belt with a booster seat can result in a serious in - jury in sudden stop or collision . c An improperly installed booster seat could lead to serious injury or death in an accident . LRS0455 LRS0453 Booster seats of various sizes are offered by WARNING several manufacturers . When selecting any c Do not use towels , books , pillows or booster seat , keep the following points in mind : other items in place of a booster seat . c Choose only a booster seat with a label Items such as these may move during certifying that it complies with Federal Motor normal driving or a collision and result Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian in serious injury or death . Booster seats Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 . are designed to be used with a lap / shoulder belt . Booster seats are de - c Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be signed to properly route the lap and sure it is compatible with the vehicle � s seat shoulder portions of the seat belt over and seat belt system . the strongest portions of a child � s body to provide the maximum protection dur - c Make sure the child � s head will be properly ing a collision . supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat . The seat back must be at or above the center of the child � s ears . For example , if a 1 - 30 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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All U.S . states and Canadian provinces or c After placing the child in the booster territories require that infants and small seat and fastening the seat belt , make children be restrained in an approved child sure the shoulder portion of the belt is restraint at all times while the vehicle is away from the child � s face and neck and being operated . the lap portion of the belt does not cross the abdomen . WARNING c Do not put the shoulder belt behind the c Improper use of a booster seat can in - child or under the child � s arm . If you crease the risk or severity of injury for must install a booster seat in the front both the child and other occupants of seat , see � Booster seat installation on the vehicle . front passenger seat � later in this section . c Follow all of the booster seat manufac - turer � s instructions for installation and c When your booster seat is not in use , LRS0464 use . When purchasing a booster seat , keep it secured with a seat belt to pre - be sure to select one which will fit your vent it from being thrown around in 1 low back booster seat is chosen , the s child and vehicle . It may not be possible case of a sudden stop or accident . vehicle seat back must be at or above the to properly install some types of center of the child � s ears . If the seat back is booster seats in your vehicle . lower than the center of the child � s ears , a CAUTION 2 high back booster seat should be used . s c If the booster seat and seat belt is not Remember that a booster seat left in a used properly , the risk of a child being closed vehicle can become very hot . c If the booster seat is compatible with your injured in a collision or a sudden stop Check the seating surface and buckles vehicle , place your child in the booster seat greatly increases . before placing your child in the booster and check the various adjustments to be seat . sure the booster seat is compatible with your c Adjustable seatbacks should be posi - child . Always follow all recommended pro - tioned to fit the booster seat , but as cedures . upright as possible . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 31 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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2 . The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable . If neces - sary , adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit . See � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this section . If the head restraint is removed , store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed . If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit , try another seating position or a different booster seat . 3 . Position the lap portion of the seat belt low LRS0452 LRS0451 and snug on the child � s hips . Be sure to Outboard position Center position follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - 1 . Position the booster seat on the seat . Only structions for adjusting the belt routing . BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON place it in a front facing direction . Always REAR SEAT CENTER OR 4 . Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - toward the retractor to take up extra slack . OUTBOARD POSITIONS structions . Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top , middle portion of the child � s CAUTION shoulder . Be sure to follow the booster seat Do not use a lap / shoulder belt automatic manufacturer � s instructions for adjusting the locking mode when using a booster seat belt routing . with the seat belts . When you install a 5 . Follow the warnings , cautions and instruc - booster seat in the rear seat follow these tions for properly fastening a seat belt steps : shown in the � Three - point seat belt with retractor � earlier in this section . 1 - 32 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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2 . Position the booster seat on the seat . Only 6 . Follow the warnings , cautions and instruc - tions for properly fastening a seat belt place it in a front facing direction . Always shown in the � Three - point seat belt with follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - retractor � earlier in this section . structions . 7 . When the ignition switch is turned to the ON 3 . The booster seat should be positioned on position , the passenger air bag status the vehicle seat so that it is stable . If neces - may or may not be illuminated , light sary , adjust or remove the head restraint to depending on the size of the child and the obtain the correct booster seat fit . See type of booster seat being used . See � Front � Head restraint adjustment � earlier in this passenger air bag and status light � later in section . If the head restraint is removed , this section . store it in a secure place . Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed . If the seating position does not LRS0454 have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit , BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON try another seating position or a different FRONT PASSENGER SEAT booster seat . 4 . Position the lap portion of the seat belt low WARNING and snug on the child � s hips . Be sure to NISSAN recommends that child restraints follow the booster seat manufacturer � s in - be installed in the rear seat . However , if structions for adjusting the belt routing . you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat , move the passenger � s 5 . Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt seat to the rearmost position . toward the retractor to take up extra slack . Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned If you must install a booster seat in the front seat , across the top , middle portion of the child � s follow these steps : shoulder . Be sure to follow the booster seat 1 . Move the seat to the rear - most position . manufacturer � s instructions for adjusting the belt routing . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 33 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM These supplemental restraint systems are de - PRECAUTIONS ON signed to supplement the crash protection pro - SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT vided by the driver and front passenger seat belts SYSTEM and are not a substitute for them . Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occu - This Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) sec - pant seated a suitable distance away from the tion contains important information concerning steering wheel , instrument panel and door finish - the driver and passenger supplemental front air ers . ( See � Seat belts � earlier in this section for bags ( NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System ) , instructions and precautions on seat belt usage . ) supplemental side air bags , curtain side - impact The supplemental air bags operate only air bags and pre - tensioner seat belts . when the ignition switch is in the ON or Supplemental front impact air bag system : START position . The NISSAN advanced air bag system can help After turning the ignition key to the ON cushion the impact force to the head and chest of position , the supplemental air bag warning the driver and front passenger in certain frontal light illuminates . The supplemental air bag collisions . warning light will turn off after about 7 Supplemental side - impact air bag system seconds if the system is operational . ( if so equipped ) : This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest and pelvic area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions . The supplemental side air bag is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted . Supplemental curtain side - impact air bag system ( if so equipped ) : This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu - pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions . The curtain side - impact air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted . 1 - 34 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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the seatback and as far away as practi - cal from the steering wheel or instru - ment panel . Always use the seat belts . c The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened . The advanced air bag system monitors the severity of a collision and seat belt us - age then inflates the air bags . Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident . c The front passenger seat is equipped WRS0031 with an occupant classification sensor ( pressure sensor ) that turns the front c The seat belts and the supplemental WARNING passenger air bag OFF under some front air bags are most effective when conditions . This sensor is only used in c The supplemental front air bags ordi - you are sitting well back and upright in this seat . Failure to be properly seated narily will not inflate in the event of a the seat . The front air bags inflate with and wearing the seat belt can increase side impact , rear impact , rollover , or great force . Even with the NISSAN Ad - the risk or severity of injury in an acci - lower severity frontal collision . Always vanced Air Bag System , if you are unre - dent . See � Front Passenger air bag and wear your seat belts to help reduce the strained , leaning forward , sitting side - status light � later in this section . risk or severity of injury in various kinds ways or out of position in any way , you of accidents . c Keep hands on the outside of the steer - are at greater risk of injury or death in a ing wheel . Placing them inside the crash . You may also receive serious or c The front passenger air bag will not steering wheel rim could increase the fatal injuries from the supplemental inflate if the passenger air bag status risk that they are injured when the front air bag if you are up against it light is lit or if the front passenger seat supplemental front air bag inflates . when it inflates . Always sit back against is unoccupied . See � Front passenger air bag and status light � later in this section . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 35 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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ARS1133 ARS1041 WARNING c Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window . Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms . Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations . 1 - 36 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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c Even with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System , never install a rear - facing child restraint in the front seat . An in - flating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child . See � Child restraints � earlier in this section for details . ARS1045 ARS1046 WARNING c Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags , side air bags or curtain side - impact air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained . Pre - teens and chil - dren should be properly restrained in the rear seat , if possible . 1 - 38 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WARNING c The seat belts , the supplemental side air bags and curtain side - impact air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat . The side air bag and curtain side - impact air bag inflate with great force . Do not allow anyone to place their hand , leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails . Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear out - board seats to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door . SSS0101 SSS0188 Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous Do not lean against the door . Do not lean against the door . illustrations . WARNING Supplemental side air bag and curtain side - impact air bag ( if so equipped ) : c The supplemental side air bag and cur - tain side - impact air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal im - pact , rear impact , rollover or lower se - verity side collision . Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents . Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 39 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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WRS0032 SSS0159 SSS0162 WARNING c When sitting in the rear seat , do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat . If the side air bag inflates , you may be seriously injured . Be especially careful with children , who should always be properly restrained . Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations . c Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks . They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation . 1 - 40 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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8 . Seat belt buckle switches on driver � s and passenger � s side 9 . Occupant classification sensor ( pres - sure sensor ) 10 . Seat belt pre - tensioner retractor 11 . Side satellite sensor 12 . LATCH ( Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren ) NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System ( front seats ) This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN ad - vanced air bag system for the driver and front passenger seats . This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S . regu - lations . It is also permitted in Canada . However , all of the information , cautions and warn - ings in this manual still apply and must be followed . The driver supplemental front air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel . The passenger WRS0466 supplemental front air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box . The supplemen - 4 . Diagnosis sensor unit 1 . SRS curtain side - impact air bag mod - tal front air bags are designed to inflate in higher 5 . Supplemental front air bag modules ules ( if so equipped ) severity frontal collisions , although they may in - 6 . Crash zone sensor 2 . SRS curtain side - impact air bags ( if so flate if the forces in another type of collision are 7 . Occupant classification system control equipped ) similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact . unit 3 . Supplemental side air bag modules ( if They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions . so equipped ) Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1 - 41 Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X
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The supplemental front air bags operate dealer . If you are considering modification of your Vehicle damage ( or lack of it ) is not always an only when the ignition switch is in the ON vehicle due to a disability , you may also contact indication of proper supplemental front air bag or START position . NISSAN . Contact information is contained in the system operation . front of this Owner � s Manual . After turning the ignition key to the ON The NISSAN advanced air bag system has dual position , the supplemental air bag warning When a supplemental front air bag inflates , a stage inflators . It also monitors information from light illuminates . The supplemental air bag fairly loud noise may be heard , followed by the the crash zone sensor , the diagnosis sensor unit , warning light will turn off after about 7 release of smoke . This smoke is not harmful and seat belt buckle sensors , occupant classification seconds if the system is operational . does not indicate a fire . Care should be taken to sensor ( pressure sensor ) and passenger seat not inhale it , as it may cause irritation and chok - belt tension sensor . Inflator operation is based on ing . Those with a history of a breathing condition the severity of a collision and seat belt usage for should get fresh air promptly . the driver . For the front passenger , it additionally monitors the weight of an occupant or object on Supplemental front air bags , along with the use of the seat and seat belt tension . Based on informa - seat belts , help to cushion the impact force on tion from the sensors , only one front air bag may the face and chest of the front occupants . They inflate in a crash , depending on the crash severity can help save lives and reduce serious injuries . and whether the front occupants are belted or However , an inflating front air bag may cause unbelted . Additionally , the front passenger air facial abrasions or other injuries . Front air bags bag may be automatically turned OFF under do not provide restraint to the lower body . some conditions , depending on the weight de - Even with NISSAN advanced air bags , seat belts tected on the passenger seat and how the seat should be correctly worn and the driver and pas - belt is used . If the front passenger air bag is OFF , senger seated upright as far as practical away the passenger air bag status light will be illumi - from the steering wheel or instrument panel . The nated ( if the seat is unoccupied , the light will not supplemental front air bags inflate quickly in order be illuminated , but the air bag will be off ) . See to help protect the front occupants . Because of � Front passenger air bag and status light � later in this , the force of the front air bag inflating can this section for further details . One front air bag increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too inflating does not indicate improper performance close to , or is against , the front air bag module of the system . during inflation . If you have any questions about your air bag The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision . system , please contact NISSAN or your NISSAN 1 - 42 Safety � Seats , seat belts and supplemental restraint system Z REVIEW COPY — 2006 Altima ( l30 ) Owners Manual — USA_English ( nna ) 09 / 08 / 05 — debbie X